Missing General (UPDATED)

I've been reading about his disappearance in the NM media, from what I read he's being searched for under what they call a "Silver Alert." Here is what NM Dept of Safety says about it:

"This advisory is a notification relating to an endangered person who is confirmed to be a missing person, who is fifty (50) years or older and whom there is clear indication that the individual has an irreversible deterioration of intellectual faculties."
 
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Wow! He still hasn't been found :( I read about this a few days ago. I lived in New Mexico, in Albuquerque. My Pops was in the Air Force stationed there. I thought for sure they would have found him, beings he is a General and all... ;ss :( I hope he's alright.
 
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Ragnar0711 said:
Wow! He still hasn't been found :( I read about this a few days ago. I lived in New Mexico, in Albuquerque. My Pops was in the Air Force stationed there. I thought for sure they would have found him, beings he is a General and all... ;ss :( I hope he's alright.
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Yeah, I don't know the city all that well, but I've been to Kirtland several times over the years. You don't have to go too far out of town to be in very sparse areas. There were a couple of Indian reservations not far off base, as well.

Coincidentally, and as you might remember from your Dad's time there, Kirtland is the USAF "school house" for training combat search and rescue troops/aircrew. I've worked with these folks, they are the best in the world at what they do. I would assume they are assisting.
 
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Duke said:
Yeah, I don't know the city all that well, but I've been to Kirtland several times over the years. You don't have to go too far out of town to be in very sparse areas. There were a couple of Indian reservations not far off base, as well.

Coincidentally, and as you might remember from your Dad's time there, Kirtland is the USAF "school house" for training combat search and rescue troops/aircrew. I've worked with these folks, they are the best in the world at what they do. I would assume they are assisting.
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The the article I saw said last known location was his house in Albuquerque. The said the crossroads and recall thinking I knew that area of the city. Yes once you leave the city it's barren Lol ;) I once wandered from Albuquerque to Los Crusas then to El Paso. Easy to get lost or disappear. I tell you what though, if on foot it's hoof to walk out of the city ;)
Yeah I would think USAF is looking ;) That man knows a lot of important stuff ;)
 
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I've been reading about his disappearance in the NM media, from what I read he's being searched for under what they call a "Silver Alert." Here is what NM Dept of Safety says about it:

"This advisory is a notification relating to an endangered person who is confirmed to be a missing person, who is fifty (50) years or older and whom there is clear indication that the individual has an irreversible deterioration of intellectual faculties."
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I wondered if that might be the case. Thanks for the update, Duke.
 
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I wondered if that might be the case. Thanks for the update, Duke.
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I was in a briefing with him once. I didn't recall his name, nor did I recognize him in the recent photos they are showing. When I saw his official USAF photo, taken when he made 2 star in 2007, I remembered him.

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This just posted by The Black Vault:

About an hour ago, The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) issued the following update on the search for retired Maj. General Neil McCasland, with the attached photo:
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Updated Timeline and Description in Search for William “Neil” McCasland

The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) continues the missing person investigation into the disappearance of 68-year-old William “Neil” McCasland, last known to have been at or near his residence in the area of Quail Run Court NE on the morning of Friday, February 27, 2026. A Silver Alert remains in effect, and Mr. McCasland remains missing.

As previously stated, Mr. McCasland is a retired U.S. Air Force general. BCSO is the lead investigative agency and continues to coordinate with partner agencies in support of investigative follow up and search operations, including the FBI Albuquerque Field Office when tools, tactics, or techniques can assist. Search resources are coordinated through the New Mexico Department of Public Safety and New Mexico State Police Search and Rescue system, with volunteer search teams assisting as requested. Tomorrow marks two weeks since his disappearance.

BCSO is releasing the following verified timeline to provide clarity on what is known. On February 27 at approximately 10:00 a.m., a repairman was at the residence and interacted with Mr. McCasland. At approximately 11:10 a.m., Mrs. McCasland Wilkerson left the home for a medical appointment. At approximately 12:04 p.m., she returned home and Mr. McCasland was not there. His phone, prescription glasses, and wearable devices were located at the residence. Mrs. McCasland Wilkerson began attempting to locate Mr. McCasland and contacted family and friends. At approximately 3:07 p.m., she reported him missing and the investigation began immediately.

As the investigation has progressed, BCSO has identified items believed to be unaccounted for from the residence. Investigators believe Mr. McCasland may have been wearing the shirt shown in the attached photo. The photo depicts Mr. McCasland wearing a light green, long sleeve button-up outdoor shirt. Additional items believed to be missing include his hiking boots, wallet, and a .38 caliber revolver with a leather holster.

Investigators also located a gray U.S. Air Force sweatshirt approximately 1.25 miles east of the residence on Saturday, March 7. The item was collected and processed. No blood was detected during initial processing, and additional analysis is pending. The sweatshirt has not been confirmed by family or friends to be associated with Mr. McCasland; however, it prompted an additional targeted search effort in the area.

BCSO continues to pursue all credible leads and follow up on every tip received. While there is currently no evidence indicating foul play, investigators are examining all available information as the case remains active. Investigators have expanded a neighborhood canvass to more than 700 homes, requesting security video and information. Additional search efforts have included drone operations, helicopter support, ground searches with Search and Rescue teams, and K 9 searches. To date, BCSO has not received any confirmed sighting or confirmed video showing Mr. McCasland leaving the area or indicating a direction of travel. Search efforts and investigative follow up are ongoing.

The Silver Alert was issued based on information available early in the investigation that indicated Mr. McCasland could be at some level of risk and that additional public assistance was needed to locate him. Due to privacy laws, BCSO will not release medical details or speculate about his state of mind.

BCSO is again asking anyone in the area to check and submit security camera footage from Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28, particularly between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in and around Quail Run Court NE and routes leading away from the neighborhood. If you were in the foothills or on trails February 27 to 28, please review any GoPro or phone footage and submit anything that may help.

Video and photos can be uploaded here:

https://berncosdnm.evidence.com/.../public/williammccasland

Tips can be submitted by calling the BCSO Missing Persons Unit at 505-468-7070 or anonymously through Tip411 by texting BCSO and your tip to 847411.
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